Georgia’s role in the Civil Rights Movement is examined in three fantastic museums: the National Center for Civil and Human Rights in Atlanta, the Albany Civil Rights Institute and the Ralph Mark Gilbert Civil Rights Museum in Savannah. And no Civil Rights study would be complete without a stop at...
Camping Camping at Lake Oconee is a family favorite for those with kids of all ages in search of adventure! Kids will love fishing, playing volleyball on the beach, biking, and sleeping under the stars. Lake Oconee’s campsites — Parks Ferry, Old Salem and the KOA — include swimming beaches...
Georgia-filmed movies and television shows have something to offer everyone, including younger viewers. Whether it's movies based on books or the life story of a notable performer, get together for a family movie night with these six family-friendly Georgia movies and shows. Alvin and the Chipmunks...
Looking for an extra special place to adventure with your toddler? Georgia is filled with hidden gems to maximize the talents of your little one – curiosity, exploration and fun! Here are five of our favorites across the state. 1. Noah's Ark in Locust Grove Noah's Ark is an animal rehabilitation...
You already know the best places to pick strawberries in Georgia, but do you know which cities are home to the best strawberry festivals? Ottawa Farms Strawberry Festival in Bloomingdale The Ottawa Farms Strawberry Festival in Bloomingdale, Georgia, has been a community favorite for years. Held in...
The warmer springtime weather brings the crops on a farm back to life. It's also when you’ll find lots of baby animals. Whether you have small kids that like to pet the bunnies or want to harvest some locally grown produce for your latest dish, these Georgia farms are ripe for a springtime visit...
Georgia-filmed projects aren't limited to family films or dramas. The world of young adult films, many adapted from books, found a home in the state. Check out our favorite comedy, action and romance movies for young adults filmed in Georgia. Jennifer Lawrence as Katniss Everdeen, symbol of the...
Spring is in full swing! Have you been bitten by the gardening bug but don't know what to grow? April is a great month to visit public gardens in Georgia for ideas about what to plant in your own landscape. It is also a good time to add plants to your garden before hot weather sets in. There are...
Georgia has always been a sports-minded state. There are the professional teams like the Atlanta Braves, Hawks, and the Falcons, as well as numerous minor league and collegiate sports to cheer on. And the Masters, the pinnacle of golf, is played each spring in Augusta. In addition to watching an...
The weather is getting warmer; it’s time to start exploring! If you live in Atlanta or you're planning a visit soon, these three hikes should be on your bucket list. They are short but packed with plenty of punch for a fun time the kids will adore! Cascade Springs Nature Preserve Cascade Springs...